The Konditioning Standard

Making Weight & Peak Week | Brandon Kempter, Jacob Herrmann & Dr Rachel Ep.19

BK Conditioning round table catch-up. INBA Worlds and how to make weight alongside peak week for bodybuilders. Where to find Brandon, Rachel or Jacob: Brandon's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/brandonkempter/ [https://www.instagram.com/brandonkempter/] Dr Rachel's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dr.rachelkempter/ [https://www.instagram.com/dr.rachelkempter/] Jacob's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jacobherrmann_ [https://www.instagram.com/jacobherrmann_] Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Weekend Recap 03:08 Training Updates and Adjustments 05:55 Mental Strategies in Bodybuilding Prep 08:53 Rachel's Progress and Competition Insights 12:08 Weight Management Strategies for Competitions 17:46 Final Thoughts and Future Competitions 29:25 Upcoming Competitions and Expectations 31:26 Differences in Bodybuilding Federations 36:33 Nutrition Choices and Preferences 40:54 Overrated Bodybuilding Foods 51:21 The Importance of Nutritional Sufficiency

The Road To World's #2 | Nathan Wallace Ep. 18

On this episode, I sat down with Nathan Wallace. Multiple time Australia champion and 2nd place at the Natural Olympia. Nathan displayed a very high level of critical thinking early in his career, acting against the grain and leading the charge in more evidence informed bodybuilding. With great insight and a love for the game, we have an awesome discussion. Where to find Nathan or Jacob: Nathan's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nathanwallace_/ [https://www.instagram.com/nathanwallace_/] Jacob's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jacobherrmann_ [https://www.instagram.com/jacobherrmann_] If you're looking for elite physique coaching reach out to: Coaching Enquiries - https://bkconditioning.com/reaister/ [https://bkconditioning.com/reaister/] Coaching Enquiries - jacob@bkconditioning.com [jacob@bkconditioning.com]

Is Bodybuilding The Hardest Thing You've Done? | Brandon Kempter, Jacob Herrmann & Dr Rachel Ep.17

BK Conditioning round table catch-up. Post Ultimate Physique Conference, some recent shows in Europe, Australia and the UK, and some comments on the bodybuilding process. Where to find Brandon, Rachel or Jacob: Brandon's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/brandonkempter/ [https://www.instagram.com/brandonkempter/] Dr Rachel's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dr.rachelkempter/ [https://www.instagram.com/dr.rachelkempter/] Jacob's 5105Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jacobherrmann_ [https://www.instagram.com/jacobherrmann_] Chapters 00:00 Overview of the Ultimate Physique Conference 19:45 Rachel's Return to Competition 29:58 Mindset and Resilience in Bodybuilding 33:23 Mastery and Routine in Bodybuilding 37:28 Recent Bodybuilding Events and Competitions 41:12 The Importance of Posing in Bodybuilding 59:15 Closing Thoughts and Key Takeaways

Bodybuilding Rituals & Eye Lashes | Jacky and Chan Show Ep.2

Join us on episode 2 of The Jacky and Chan Show, where we have a pure bro chat. We will have some applicable topics for our next discussion, or at least try. Jacob - https://www.instagram.com/jacobherrmann_ [https://www.instagram.com/jacobherrmann_] Henry - https://www.instagram.com/nutritionbyhenry/ [https://www.instagram.com/nutritionbyhenry/]

Peak Week and Coaching Insights | Brandon Kempter & Jacob Herrmann EP.16

Peak week strategies, training adjustments, and the importance of sustainable coaching practices in bodybuilding. Insights into contest preparation, peaking techniques, the psychological aspects of bodybuilding and Season A wrap up for the BK Conditioning athletes. Peak week strategies and peaking techniques Training adjustments and recovery management Psychological aspects of bodybuilding and athlete confidence Where to find Brandon or Jacob: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/brandonkempter/ [https://www.instagram.com/brandonkempter/] Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jacobherrmann_ [https://www.instagram.com/jacobherrmann_] If you’re looking for elite physique coaching reach out to: Coaching Enquiries - https://bkconditioning.com/register/ [https://bkconditioning.com/register/] Coaching Enquiries - jacob@bkconditioning.com [jacob@bkconditioning.com] Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Weather Update 01:08 Training Updates and Microcycle Design 04:01 Challenges in Training and Recovery 07:01 Coaching During Contest Season 09:55 The Evolution of Bodybuilding Competitions 12:55 The Importance of Quality Coaching 15:54 Passion in Bodybuilding and Coaching 21:02 Season Overview and Competition Results 23:07 The Evolution of Bodybuilding Categories 25:18 The Journey of Jonathan: A Bodybuilder's Tale 31:09 Peaking Strategies: Fine-Tuning for Success 37:56 Balancing the Contest Preparation Profile 47:51 Psychology in Bodybuilding: The Mental Game 52:17 The Importance of Pumping Up Before a Show